Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach

Welcome to your perfect San Diego getaway—ideal for families, couples, or groups of friends! This pet-friendly home sleeps up to 10 guests and offers comfort and adventure in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood. Enjoy the shared backyard with a BBQ, firepit and a fun playset for kids—perfect for relaxing and making memories together. Whether you're spending time at home or exploring San Diego, this is your ideal home base.
-> Early check-in or late check-out for a small fee (when possible).

What You’ll Love

Sleeps 10 comfortably:
• 2 bedrooms with queen beds
• 1 bedroom with a bunk bed (great for kids!)
• 2 large living room sofas that convert to beds
• 1 newly renovated full bathroom
• Fully stocked kitchen—cook with ease
• Fast WiFi + Smart TV for streaming
• Air conditioning & heating for year-round comfort
• Pet-friendly—your furry friends are welcome!
• Early check-in/late check-out available (small fee, when available)

Shared Backyard with

• Firepit for evening s’mores and stories
• BBQ grill for fun cookouts
• Playset with swing, slide & playhouse—a hit with the kids!
• private Balcony with amazing views of a vibrant, welcoming neighborhood
• private Front porch for great people watching and sipping your morning coffee

Guest Access

• Full access to the entire home
• Free street parking in the neighborhood
• Laundry room in the basement (coin-operated and shared)

Location Highlights

We're located in a safe, walkable neighborhood close to everything:
• Walk to Hillcrest & North Park—bars, restaurants, shops
• 5 mins to Gaslamp, Balboa Park, Zoo, Airport
• 10 mins to beaches, SeaWorld, Mission Bay
• Friendly community with a relaxed San Diego vibe

Additional Notes

• Well-behaved pets are welcome!
• Early check-in/late check-out can be arranged in advance (small fee applies)
• Perfect for families with kids—plenty of space and activities
• Great for remote work with reliable WiFi

Stay in or head out; eat, drink and play in easy walking distance in North Park, Hillcrest or uber downtown to the Gaslamp; relax on the balcony and enjoy the sweeping views. And most importantly - have fun! (And let me know how I can help.)

You will have this entire apartment and its balcony to yourself. The backyard is shared with the other units in the building.

I'm just a e-mail, text message, or call away! I can guide you through the check-in process, as well as answer any questions you have while you’re here. San Diego is my favorite city in the world, and I live for helping guests discover why I love it so much.

My neighborhood, North Park, is one of San Diego’s most historic and funky places to be. It's home to artists, local businesses, a Farmers Market, craft beer, wine bars, sushi spots, handmade ice cream, and your pick of brunch options. Guests love the Hillcrest and North Park’s neighborhood vibe. If you want a bit more, it’s just 3 miles from downtown and The Gaslamp and the Convention Center. Century-old architecture and the ringing of church bells during the day in North Park add to its historic feel. And my house fits right in!

No need to worry about a car. You have your pick of coffee shops, restaurants and boutiques just a few blocks away. Easy public transport is just around the corner, taking you to downtown and all places San Diego. Uber rides are quick and convenient, too, getting you into downtown in less than 5 minutes.

Property manager

Doreen

Languages

English, German, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in the apartment: Free internet

Parking and transport

Car not required

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV
Netflix
Streaming services

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer

Work spaces

Desk

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Garden

Similar properties

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

4 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property Registration Number STR-05566L, 629829

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Spacious 3bdr W/sunset Views by Gaslamp/zoo/beaches

❤️ Spacious 3Bdr w/Sunset Views by Gaslamp/Zoo/Beaches

❤️Casa California-Spacious 3Bdr Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach Apartment

❤️Casa California-Spacious 3Bdr Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach San Diego

About the area

San Diego, CA

Getting around

Mission Valley Center Station - 4 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
‪Colima's Mexican Food - ‬4 min walk
‪Pecs - ‬2 min walk
‪Communal Coffee - ‬4 min walk
‪insideOUT - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$782.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach located?

Located in North Park, this apartment building is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from San Diego Zoo and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Balboa Park. San Diego Natural History Museum and Old Globe Theater are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check in was simple, the house was clean, and it was a lovely neighborhood. Was the perfect place for us!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

We rented this house for a long weekend while in town for a friend's wedding, and it was great. The house was nice and everything was very smooth, plus it was walking distance to a few fun neighborhoods (if you don't mind a 20-30 minute walk, which we like to do so we can get to know the areas) and an easy car ride anywhere you could want to go. Would stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Our adult children ended using the place and they definitely enjoyed it. Nice part of town.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

The house was perfect for us. 3 bedrooms, clean, cosy, and perfectly located. The host was extremely responsive to our questions and needs. A true gem!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10

Overall, we enjoyed our stay at this property, especially for the price. This would be a great location for a small family or even a group of a few couples. The property is as described, but every photo is made to look perfect. Things aren't bad, they're just closer to good than great. The most notable disappointment was that the backyard space, especially the grill, is not really great for guests to use. Yes, I'd stay here again for the location and price, but it was not as perfect as it seems at first blush.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

4/10

Sad to see such a filthy home listed on this website. The house has more dust and cobwebs than should be allowed. Countertops and most surfaces were sticky, particularly the kitchen. The towels provided felt more like sandpaper than an actual towel. We tried to coordinate with the property owner but they weren't responsive. We could not find the laundry unit until we left and that's because it's on another floor that we did not have easy access to. The walls are covered in dirt and what appears to be shoe marks. Needs a severe paint job and quite a bit of TLC. Also wanted to mention that parking is a real nightmare. Not a family friendly property because it's incredibly uncomfortable and a bit dangerous with the back patio. Location was great because we were close to major points, but we would not stay here again if we returned to San Diego.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

House was cute and clean.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Beautiful house in a great safe neighborhood. One of the easiest check in/out proceduresI have had with vrbo.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

This apartment has incredibly easy access to everything in Balboa Park and is simple to get to from major highways. There are excellent restaurants within walking distance. It is well decorated although showing the wear of constant use. Whether it's because of more people working from home due to COVID or just because the listing verbage is older, parking is NOT ample, any time of day. Be prepared to either lurk for someone leaving or park two or three blocks away, and to stand outside to wait if you order food for delivery.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10

Quiet relaxing

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

This apartment is well situated for San Diego's tourist attractions as it has good bus links, which meant we didn't have to hire a car. The apartment design made it feel like a bungalow with its veranda. We had a great family holiday.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

6/10

The only small thing that hampered my experience was the strictness of the rules. I did feel that the host was a little overbearing with regard to reminding me about the rules and even changing them to be more strict than the listing. With that said, i would recommend staying here, especially if the host would soften a bit on the regulations.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

This was our first VRBO rental.....so much better than a hotel. More space, more beds for our big family and the kitchen was great too. My only complaint that renters need to be aware of is the parking.....we never really found anything in front of the rental...a couple days I had to make a few laps around to find a space. Other than the parking....great location, close to the zoo and great views from the patio!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

The home is in a great location and beautifully decorated in bright and inviting colors. Our girls loved the kids room and we all felt at home. Doreen is a wonderful host. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10

A beautiful vrbo stay in a great San Diego location. Located in a picturesque, quiet nieighbourhood. Parking was convenient within walking distance to San Diego Zoo, museums and Balboa Park. Great restaurants, cafes and markets within walking distance. Clean and well equipped, slept 2 families comfortably. Great hosts who responded immediately to questions and requests. Will definitely be staying here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10

My husband, five kids ages 3-10 and I just finished up our vacation at this amazing property. Having never rented a home and this being our first vacation, I was a bit nervous. I was so pleased with our stay. It was perfectly decorated and spacious for our family of 7. We were able to utilize the backyard to bbq, the laundry room for our wet beach clothes and the kitchen was great for homemade meals. We made so many great memories here and the location is absolutely perfect to get to all the fun activities SD is known for. Not to mention the view of SD at night from our balcony was extremely beautiful. Communication with Doreen was also a breeze. Should anything arise or you need to contact her she was very prompt in her reply. If our family ever vacationed in San Diego again we will be certain to stay here.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10

Our family of four had a great stay at Casa California. It’s only a few minutes from the heart of North Park. Our kids had a blast!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10

It was my first time getting a VRBO, and I was a bit nervous about it, but they made it such a natural process. I felt welcomed at all times and communication was outstanding. I had flight issues, and they were extremely helpful, and I forgot to pack a couple of important things in the house, I was able to contact them, and they mailed them out that same night. I am very impressed with their customer service. I am planning to go back!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018